The Lakers became just the third team in NBA history to record two winning streaks of 14 games or more in a season after beating Miami 93-80 on Sunday. The other teams with two winning streaks of 14 or more in a season were the 1946-47 Washington Capitols, who had streaks of 17 and 15, and the 1970-71 Milwaukee Bucks, who had streaks of 22 and 16. The Lakers, who won 16 straight during December and January, will try to equal that mark against the Clippers tonight.
Veteran marksman
Charlotte forward Dale Ellis became the 35th player in NBA history to reach 19,000 career points on Sunday. A 16-year veteran, Ellis, seventh in scoring among active players, hit a 3-pointer with 4:39 left in the first quarter to reach the milestone.
Quotable
“They’ve gone beyond the point of gaining respect. What they do now is put some fear into you. If you don’t attack and come to play, then they’ll have you back on your heels the whole night.”
Miami coach Pat Riley on Sunday, following his team’s 93-80 road loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, who won their 15th straight.
